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Hotel Analysis
Based on 3 sites · 29 reviews
A 3-star hostel in downtown Kota Kinabalu. The most common mention in guest reviews is its convenient location near Suria Sabah mall and the jetty.
Reviews across booking sites repeatedly praise 'easy access to the mall', 'convenience of nearby convenience stores and clinics'. Staff are friendly and WiFi is stable, with solo travelers noting good value.
However, complaints about small rooms and noise from the mall or roadside appear. Some mention subpar cleaning.
Suitable for backpackers or solo travelers planning short stays.
Strengths
Convenient location near Suria Sabah mall and jetty mentioned frequently
Staff friendliness praised repeatedly
Stable and fast WiFi noted
Good value for backpackers and solo travelers
Good to Know
Small rooms complained about in several reviews
Noise from mall or roadside mentioned
Subpar cleaning noted
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Convenient location and good value frequently reviewed
Backpackers — Basic facilities near mall suit short stays
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 7.8/10 · 3 sites · Based on 29 reviews
Guest Reviews
3 booking sites · 29 reviews
Frequently Mentioned
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FAQ
What are the check-in/check-out times at Borneo Forest Hotel?
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
What do guests say about this hotel?
Borneo Forest Hotel has received a rating of 7.7/10 from 10 guests.